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Genealogy Workshops

Genealogy Workshops

Presented by the library’s Special Collections staff and members of the Ranger Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), these events are free, open to the public, and appropriate for all levels of interest and experience. All levels will learn something new!

Here’s the description for the January Genealogy Workshop which will be on Sunday January 15, 2-4 PM. It’s a hybrid program!

Genealogy Workshop: UNH Milne's Special Collections and Archives Resources
January 15, 2 PM - 4 PM
Levenson Room

Genealogical research in archives can be confusing. This presentation will teach you to make productive use of materials such as letters, diaries, and account books. We will focus on the resources available at UNH’s Milne Special Collections to assist you in learning how to use archives and finding material relevant to your research, including locating accurate genealogical information related to women and minorities.

Milne Special Collections and Archives contain over 18,000 linear feet of rare books, manuscripts, university records, photographs, sound recordings, and local history materials. Strengths of our collections include material pertaining to Anglo-American traditional music and dance, angling, the Shakers, and NH writers. Appointments are free and open to all members of the public.

About the Presenter:
Emeline Dehn is an archivist at Milne Special Collections & Archives at UNH. She holds an MLS in Library Science from Simmons College and an MS in Ethnomusicology from the Memorial University of Newfoundland. Her interests include farming, knitting, bad puns, and playing fiddle music.

 

Bi-Monthly Sunday Research Huddles
Sunday February 19, 2-4 PM
Sunday April 16, 2-4 PM
Thursday June 15, 6-8 PM
Thursday August 17, 6-8 PM
Sunday October 15, 2-4 PM

Special Collections Room

In sports, a huddle is when the players gather in a circle to strategize, motivate, or celebrate. We think genealogists should do the same!

Join us in the Special Collections Room at the library and be a part of our Research Huddle! We’ll gather together to use library resources, learn from each other, and share our successes. This is the perfect opportunity to spend time digging into your personal history and to tell your family’s story. Use the library’s collections and our digital databases to help you along the way. The huddles will be held in the Special Collections Room every other month throughout 2023 beginning in February. Bring your research, your questions, and your willingness to help others! No registration required. All ages and experience levels welcome.

Be sure to look for our usual lecture-style programming in the alternate months.

 

Questions? Contact Nicole Luongo Cloutier.

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